What are Scott Kivowitz's preferred tools and gear for sports photography?

Hi, I’m Scott Kivowitz from Freehold, New Jersey. How can I help?

For sports—especially karate tournaments—these are the core tools and gear I rely on:

• Camera bodies: Nikon Z6, Nikon Zf, Nikon Z8
• Key lenses:
  • Tamron 35–150mm f/2–2.8 (extremely versatile for covering a ring without moving much)
  • Nikon 70–200mm equivalent range when needed, plus fast primes like 35mm, 50mm, and 85mm f/1.8 for low light and isolating subjects
• Fast memory cards, extra batteries, and often a monopod if I am shooting long hours
• For video coverage, similar bodies plus good on‑camera audio and stabilization

If you want specifics from one of the karate tournament shoots, I can break down the exact kit and settings used.

What sport and venue are you planning to photograph?